Configuration Codec Xvid 1.3.2 Aide !

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ziggourat Posted messages 24643 Registration date   Status Contributor Last intervention   -
Hello,
Always in search of the best quality with codec Xvid 1.3.2, I am asking you for information, details, and solutions for configuring this codec.
I would like, with your precious help, to review all the options of the Xvid 1.3.2 codec if you don't mind.
For example:
What should I set for Profile? Home? AS@L5? What are the differences?
What should I set for Adaptive Quantization? What is it?
Etc.
I really want to do this to increase my knowledge, and it could also be beneficial for potential readers and for you who are helping me!
I am eagerly awaiting your recommendations or suggestions ^^
Thank you very much
Configuration: Windows 7 Starter

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ziggourat Posted messages 24643 Registration date   Status Contributor Last intervention   5 340
 
Hello,

If you mention the Advanced Simple@L5 profile, it's because you've already done some research; you wouldn't just bring it up randomly, would you?

A little link about the different XviD profiles, for example, which is a bit clearer in my opinion than the very good link provided by gej62: http://alex64.free.fr/Fonds_de_tiroir/xvid/Tout_sur_le_XVID_ou_presque.pdf

Best regards
PS: I feel like all the topics you open are about the same subject, so I would suggest you try some experiments and find what works for you. My way of doing things is not the same as gej62's, for example, since our expectations are different, and tartampion will do it differently too ;)
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gej62
 
hi
http://www.mplayerhq.hu/DOCS/HTML/en/menc-feat-xvid.html
to start.
see you
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....EUH... Posted messages 507 Status Member 21
 
Hi,
Thanks for your link, but it says the web page is inaccessible!
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gej62
 
Sorry
type "xvid mencoder" into Google
you should find "7.4 encoding with the xvid codec"
you will find explanations on the parameters.
slts.
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....EUH... Posted messages 507 Status Member 21
 
I've already read this information but I don't use mencoder so it's a bit unclear for me ^^
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gej62
 
You know, uh, before learning to play the guitar, you have to learn music theory, etc.
The Xvid codec is a lossy codec, so to compensate for this loss, you need to work with Avisynth and set your Xvid to 50 or even 60 fps per second, and that's relatively technical.

Some software like XMedia Recode includes profiles based on devices (PSP, PS3, etc.).
Others, Xvid4PSP5, are based on a volume, meaning an optimized profile for 700 MB, 1.4 GB, for example.

To get the best out of the codec, you shouldn't just rely on the presets but also add some post-processing filters.
Cheers!
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....EUH... Posted messages 507 Status Member 21
 
I’m looking to encode a 700mb mp3 48hz xvid 1.3.2 into avi
I've done plenty already but I don't think I've gotten the best out of the codec.
What does it mean to cadence? etc.
That's why I created this thread.
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gej62
 
and Tartampion will do it differently again ;)
here's a good summary, everyone has their own way of doing things according to their expectations.
m4ng is a good log too, the forum is full of information.
http://www.m4ng.fr/tutos_v1.php
just because Ziggourat does it differently doesn't mean he does it badly. the reverse is also true. it's up to you to find your method.
you can find profiles based on quality for example
Xvid 2P1.08 Gb ultra, or extreme.cartoon, Test, HQ, fast, turbo, balanced, etc.
with bitrate choice, or quantizer. or with a predefined bitrate, etc. there's no shortage of options.
not bad your Ziggourat link either :-) clearer indeed
slts
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....EUH... Posted messages 507 Status Member 21
 
Thank you for your responses!
Indeed, it's been a while that I've been scouring the internet pages looking for tips or improvements for the Xvid codec! I actually read your two links the day before yesterday ^^
Is the codec for the quality you mentioned available?
I'll look it up!
Thank you
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gej62
 
Under xvid4psp5, you have about thirty profiles based on quality.
I’m giving you a link for encoding in 60 fps. On it, you’ll find
2 videos to show you the difference. Don’t try, it’s with Megui.
Finally, you can read it to get an idea.
http://www.spirton.com/convert-videos-to-60fps/
Hi!
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....EUH... Posted messages 507 Status Member 21
 
Hi,
Thanks for your link!
But I still have plenty of questions:
- I configured the 1st pass and then the 2nd pass, but when I start the encoding, it tells me that it can't find the stats file! I understand that, so I set it to 1st pass and put it on hold, then I set it to 2nd pass and queued it as well, but I get the same message!
Why??
I think I found it: I configured the 1st pass and launched it directly, then I will configure the 2nd and launch it! It should find the stats file created in the first pass, right?
- Is MeGui a good software in terms of advanced options and the time/quality ratio (I hope you know what I mean^^)?
I'm waiting for your answers :)
Thanks to you
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gej62
 
Ah, you want to try Megui ...
Is your source from a DVD?
Did you choose the "one click encoder" mode or do you want to try it step by step?
You can also choose "automated 2 passes"; you will see your 2 passes waiting under "queue" after selecting your profile (let me know which one). Use the bitrate calculator.
Give me your source and your profile.
Under "encoder settings," click on "config" to access the codec settings.

"Time/quality ratio" depends on your PC, the number of passes, and the codec settings; the resolution also plays a role.
Megui is a good software, just like xvid4psp5 or staxrip; there are also others.
Cheers.
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....EUH... Posted messages 507 Status Member 21
 
I can have all types of sources, so that's not a problem!
Most often I take an ISO image or DVD files.
I haven't tested it!!!
I was just asking!!!
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gej62
 
Megui is a good soft, I use the divx hd profile for my mp4s. Megui does not open iso
you need to first use a virtual drive like daemontools or dvdfabvirtual drive to extract the content. For DVDs, you need to remove the protections first.

for DVDs Megui will use dgindex to demux the video and audio in the form of an m2v for the video and ac3 for the audio. It will also create a d2v file that will be used for the creation of the avisynth script.

this script once created can be used for other softs, xvid4psp5, xmedia recode, finally all the softs that can open this kind of script. Your black bars will be removed, you'll be able to choose
a resizing filter, etc.

so "one click encoder" is good but going through "file indexer" is better.
there you go.
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....EUH... Posted messages 507 Status Member 21
 
Is the quality at the end good or not? And what about the options?
Thanks
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gej62
 
Quality depends on the profile, the number of passes, and the size of the output file you want.
What do you mean by the options?
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gej62
 
Once you create your script, Megui automatically removes the black bars.
If you change your resolution, it automatically recalculates your resolution. If your video is interlaced, you perform an analysis pass and determine the best filter.
You configure the bitrate calculator by filling in the fields, and then it automatically integrates the bitrate, etc., etc., etc.
To conclude, there is no miracle; it’s a lossy codec whether used with another software, it remains a lossy codec.
slts
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....EUH... Posted messages 507 Status Member 21
 
Do you know about fair use?
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gej62
 
I may have used it once or twice at most. Ziggourat knows it better than I do
and as he says, the default settings are sufficient. I think we have
provided enough information for your tests. If with that you still can't get an idea.
Regards.
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....EUH... Posted messages 507 Status Member 21
 
Well, I used it with the default settings, but I don't think it's great...
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gej62
 
wait for the possible passage of ziggurat for fair use.
best regards
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ziggourat Posted messages 24643 Registration date   Status Contributor Last intervention   5 340
 
I’m replying to you on the ongoing discussion about this software, but my assistance will be limited.
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